Child Protection Specialist (NO-3), Luanda

Job description

UNICEF Angola seeks a Child Protection Specialist at NO-3 level on a fixed-term appointment in Luanda. The specialist will support the design, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of child protection programmes, with a focus on strengthening child protection systems. The role includes technical leadership and management support, strategic planning, coordination with partners and use of programme data. Duty station: Luanda, Angola. The employer lists a fixed duty station but does not specify a remote policy; on-site is inferred for this listing. Application deadline: 19 November 2026 (W. Central Africa Standard Time); UNICEF does not state a closing hour. Original vacancy: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/596448/child-protection-specialist-no3-ft-00137861-luanda-angola-esar

Requirements

An advanced/master’s degree in International Development, Psychology, Sociology, International Studies, Development Studies, Human Rights, International Law, Social Science, Social Work or a related field. At least five years of relevant child protection or social-development programme experience. Skills in results-based management, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, inter-agency coordination and knowledge management. Fluency in English and Portuguese. UNICEF notes that national officer candidates are not sponsored for visa or work authorization.

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